The Saint Charles Oktoberfest Wurst Race Ever 5K/10K returns to St Charles, Missouri on September 27th, 2026. Lace up your sneakers and grab your lederhosen for a run through the cobblestone streets of Historic St Charles. This event offers not just a race but an entire Oktoberfest experience. Race morning finds participants starting from Frontier Park, where the air is crisp with anticipation as runners prepare to take off on their journey. The course winds its way along the scenic views of the Missouri River, offering a perfect backdrop for a morning run. Participants can choose between a 10K or 5K distance, each packed with local flavor and tradition. The Wurst Race Ever has been running since 2024, making it a staple in the community's calendar. With thousands of participants, this race is more than just an athletic event—it supports the Saint Charles Oktoberfest and the St. Charles Regional Chamber Foundation. These funds are critical for workforce development and talent attraction initiatives throughout the county. The course venue offers hard and dry surface conditions on September 27th, with a moderate UV index suggesting a day of decent sunshine. The weather will feel like an average temperature around 22.1C, but with a slight chance of rain as indicated by the 2.0mm rainfall predicted for that day.
10K 10K • Start: 08:30:00 • Fee: $28.74
5K 5K • Start: 08:30:00 • Fee: $28.74
Wurst Route Ever Start: 08:30:00 • Fee: $28.74
Registration is now open at https://raceroster.com/events/2026/119117/wurst-race-ever-5k10k for $28.74 per person. Bib pickup will be available on race day from 8:30 am to 9:30 am at the St Charles Community Center, where participants should bring their photo ID and proof of age if they are under 18. The start location is at Frontier Park, with finishers crossing the line in the same venue. There will be no aid stations on this course as it offers a flat route without significant elevation changes. Logistics aside, the race starts early enough to enjoy the morning light and the historic ambiance of St Charles. This event matters because all proceeds go toward supporting local initiatives that directly impact the community's growth and development. The Saint Charles Oktoberfest Wurst Race Ever 5K/10K on September 27th will not only test your endurance but also connect you with a vibrant community dedicated to workforce development.
Races Offered
10K
Sep 27, 2026
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08:30
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$28.74
5K
Sep 27, 2026
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08:30
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$28.74
Wurst Route Ever
Sep 27, 2026
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5K
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08:30
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$28.74
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in St Charles.
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16.9° / 27.2°
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16.9° / 27.4°
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Avg sunshine hours
10h 23m
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Avg rainfall
2.0 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
8.0 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
High
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Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.0)
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Humidity
68.8%
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Sunrise
06:44
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Sunset
19:09
About St Charles
Learn more about the host city, St Charles.
Saint Charles is a city in and the county seat of St. Charles County, Missouri, United States. The population was 70,493 at the 2020 census, making St. Charles the eighth-most populous city in Missouri. Situated on the Missouri River near its mouth at the Mississippi, St. Charles is a northwestern suburb of St. Louis.
